My Bitchy Resting Face

2020, the year we ALL did not see coming or could even have imagined! 

It's taken me a while since I last published anything over here which has been due to a mixture of things mostly unmotivated, even on my socials. I'm in that learning to not be too hard on myself on the days when all I simply want to do is nothing but rest and at the same time trying to have some sort of structure to my week so that things don't completely fall to shit, there needs to be a balance, right?! I do also get I'm in a position where I'm able to work from the comfort of my home, I don't have kids therefore rest is certainly a luxury I do not take for granted.

I know we are already in the middle of February as I'm writing this, but as this is my first post for 2021 I thought 'what the hell' I'm still gonna share My Best Nine 2020 as it hasn't been all doom and gloom.

Following the photo grid above 👆

First Row - From Left to Right;

1. Sitting outside in one of our favourite local cafés, taking a moment to enjoy the sun on my skin and I remember that feeling of pure contentment and gratefulness for life, especially after being in this sort of country lockdown which felt like forever with all the other world trauma.
2. This was a challenge accepted post where you would share a tagged #womensupportingwomen black and white photo of yourself to help raise awareness on the femicide happening in Turkey.
3. This photo was actually taken in December 2019 during my holiday in Dubai. I do tend to delay posting my holiday snaps on IG as I would rather spend that time being present in the moment, particularly when I'm with my loved ones.

1. You have to read the caption from this IG post, to let you in on a BTS... I took this selfie whilst walking my cats, yes, I walk my cats in our apartment corridor ;)
2. When we finally got to do a bit of local exploring, the recently revamped part of Petaling street was one of our first port of calls. It is a must-see when you visit Kuala Lumpur!
3. Another throwback from my Dubai trip. This is my younger sister sitting outside appreciating her coffee in this cute café she took me to. Boston Lane

1. Me and my trendy friend looking cool sat at a warung (local food stall) in Kampung Baru waiting for our cendol to cool us down even more.
2. The first-ever vegan restaurant we have been to in Kuala Lumpur and aside from the aesthetically pleasing tropical vibes décor, the food is amazing too. 💕🌴 The Hungry Tapir
3. My one and only getaway of 2020, it was a weekend spent on this beautiful resort in Langkawi 'Sigh!'

Hey Lovelies, I know it's a lil corny doing "Best Nine", for any of you who may be wondering what is this Best Nine malarkey she's going on about there are apps/websites which work out for you over the year your top nine most liked photos on Instagram. I do post on Instagram quite a bit maybe not as consistent as I would like to, however, all the travels I do share therefore when it does come to the end of the year it's a fun nostalgic way to look back on some of your highlights for that year.

Above is my Best Nine for 2019 and below I have written a brief description behind each photo to give it some context, Enjoy!

First Row - From Left to Right;
1. The only photo taken of me & hubby together on Eid due to both of us having an eye infection which lasted forever!
2. Enjoying the swimming pool (which I hardly used) in our old apartment for one last time before we moved.
3. Our first holiday of 2019 and my first time going to Redang Island in Malaysia, photo was taken on The Taaras Beach & Spa Resort.

Second Row - From Left to Right;
1. Our second trip trip to Redang Island we decided to stay on a different side of the island, and this selfie was taken on our snorkeling day trip.
2. Another lovely selfie ;), this time I'm sat outside one of my favorite cafes in Kuala Lumper called Mukha Cafe.
3. Keeping myself hydrated on @ The Taaras Beach & Spa Resort.

Third Row - From Left to Right;
1. Getting all selfie artsy @ The Taaras Beach & Spa Resort.
2. Finally a photo on an Island other than Redang, this one was taken on Nusa Penida.
3. Last but not least me again Ta-Da. I am in front of the entrance to a 100yr old traditional Malay house which happens to sit on top of a car park next to a mosque.

For anyone that is interested I used the app;
Best Nine

Other Apps and W/sites;
https.bestnine.net
https.topnine.co